Statements on Same-Sex Marriage

Oraynu has provided written support to Egale Canada and our members regularly contact their Members of Parliament when action is required.

Support for Marriage Rights of Same-Sex Couples

Whereas the SHJ affirms the inherent worth and dignity of every person,

Whereas the SHJ supports the right and responsibility of adults to choose their marriage partners,

Whereas the SHJ philosophy is supportive of equal rights and responsibilities for all in the matters of marriage and divorce, and

Whereas lesbian, gay, bisexual, and trans-gendered people have been denied the social, economic, and political benefits and consequences of marriage and divorce,

Be it resolved that we support the legal recognition of marriage and divorce between adults of the same sex, and that we affirm the value of marriage between any two committed adults with the sense of obligations, responsibilities, and consequences thereof.

Society for Humanistic Judaism
April 16, 2004

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Oraynu Introduction by Rabbi Denise Handlarski

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Interested in learning more about Oraynu and Humanistic Jewish beliefs and values? Come to our semi-annual info session on Oraynu and our branch of Judaism. Learn about how we “do Jewish” in a secular/cultural way and find out if this approach resonates with you. This is also a

We welcome you to join us for our unique humanistic High Holiday services to usher in the year 5780. Come be inspired by philosophical reflections, evocative poetry and beautiful music … rather than prayer. Commentary by Rabbi Denise Handlarski. Choir accompanied by musical ensemble (flute, viola, clarinet, guitar, double

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